If you’ve not yet read Ulysses or would like to read it again, now is your chance!

A new Ulysses Reading Group will commence on Tuesday 13 January 2026. The group will meet every Tuesday 3pm–4.30pm at the Carnegie Library reading an episode a week for 18 weeks.

“reading the book of himself”

BOOK YOUR GROUP TOUR HERE – Choose date and time above. 15 people per group.

Groups of up to 15 visitors should book a ‘Group Tour’. Up to 3 groups can be facilitated in 1 hour, though entrance will be staggered.

There is no charge to visit Joyce Tower. Please note groups are requested to make a donation of €1 per person. Last admissions for groups will be at 15.40.

One of our enthusiastic and knowledgeable volunteers can show you around this iconic building where James Joyce set the opening of Ulysses. Learn why this Martello tower was built, enjoy the stunning views of Dublin bay and explore our unique collection of Joyce related books and memorabilia.

Just a reminder of some important points that will make your visit safe and enjoyable:

1. Please arrive on time to ensure your booking can be accommodated

2. The maximum size of any single group is 15. Larger groups will have to be divided and staggered

3. Group supervisors must accompany the group at all times while at the tower

4. No climbing on the ramparts

5. Please take care on the stairs

6. Please heed any advice or instructions given by the Joyce Tower volunteers

Step inside the iconic Martello Tower in Sandycove, Dublin, and experience the opening episode of James Joyce’s Ulysses brought to life with this extraordinary production by VOLTA Theatre Company. Directed by Liam Hourican and starring Oliver Flitcroft, Darragh Shannon, Daniel Mahon and Geraldine Plunkett, this adaptation will transport you back to 1904 and the intense, impecunious lifestyle of two young men with literary ambitions. Set in the iconic Sandycove Martello Tower and environs, this is an exuberant, ambient production that will faithfully recreate the first episode of Ulysses